Sylvia's Smothered Chicken

Dive into pure comfort food bliss with Sylvia's Smothered Chicken, a soul-warming classic that boasts tender, golden-browned chicken thighs nestled in a luscious, creamy onion gravy. Seasoned to perfection with a blend of pantry staples like garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder, this one-skillet wonder combines rich flavors with ease of preparation. Slow-simmered in a velvety sauce made with chicken broth and a touch of heavy cream, the dish is finished with fresh parsley for a burst of brightness. Perfectly paired with fluffy rice, velvety mashed potatoes, or buttery biscuits, Sylvia's Smothered Chicken will have your family scraping their plates clean. Ready in just under an hour, this crowd-pleaser shines as a hearty weeknight dinner or a satisfying weekend indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 large Yellow onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cups Chicken broth
• 0.25 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season them on both sides with 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.

Step 2

Dredge the chicken in the all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess. Reserve 1 tablespoon of the remaining flour for later use.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes or until the skin is golden brown. Flip and cook the other side for 3-4 minutes. Remove the chicken to a plate and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they are softened and slightly caramelized.

Step 5

Sprinkle the reserved 1 tablespoon of flour over the onions and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.

Step 6

Slowly pour in the chicken broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 7

Stir in the heavy cream and taste for seasoning. Adjust with the remaining 0.5 teaspoon of salt if needed.

Step 8

Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them into the gravy. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).

Step 9

Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the finished dish and serve warm with rice, mashed potatoes, or biscuits to soak up the gravy.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1704.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2830.2

Total Fat 202.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 789mg	0%
Sodium 5424.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 68.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 8.0g
Protein 177.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 226.9mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 2898.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.8%

Protein: 25.4%

Carbs: 9.8%